Manager Show Site Operations

Freeman•Las Vegas, NV

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager – Show Site Operations leads a team of on site project managers and coordinators. The Manager – Show Site Operations will be accountable for the optimal planning, resource allocation, and scheduling for all assigned Freeman events and projects. The role will help develop and manage the project management team to maximize efficiency and ensure operational excellence. This position will support our Audio Visual and Event Technology team. The position follows an in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show-site based out of Las Vegas, NV.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred, High School Diploma or Equivalent with relevant work experience required
Working knowledge of project management principles
Minimum 3 years of show operations experience
Show site leadership role experience preferred
Minimum two years of supervisory experience
Working Knowledge of Audio, Video, Lighitng, Rigging and Scenic technical requirements
Demonstrate strong leadership skills and strategic thinking with the ability to flourish in a matrix organization
Ability to manage difficult or emotional customer situations successfully and timely
Understanding of business implications of decisions; working knowledge of competition
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively to multiple audiences internally and externally; proven ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with customers at all levels
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to make decisions based on computer-generated reports
Ability to generate electronic reports
Must be an innovative problem solver with the ability to deal quickly and effectively with issues
Demonstrated experience in working with cross-functional teams and large programs
Strong analytical, organizational, collaborative, and critical thinking skills required
Meticulous attention to detail as well as superior organizational and creative thinking skills
Must have experience juggling multiple clients with competing demands; proven ability to adapt while managing multiple competing priorities
Ability to deliver a technical message to a non-technical audience
Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation and presentation skills with the ability to effectively interact with numerous business teams
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees, customers, or regulatory agencies

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Workfront preferred

Responsibilities

Proactively seeks out information on production requirements for all assigned events to increase advance planning and proper resource allocation
Delegates responsibilities and supervises the work of direct reports, providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance
Provides training, development, resources, and support for all direct reports
Partners with cross-divisional teams to support recruiting, training, and staffing of necessary positions
Creates a collaborative and results driven atmosphere within the team that drives optimum performance
Reviews operational procedures and makes recommendations for improvements to enhance operational efficiencies
Ensures best practices including safety requirements are followed in the final project plans for all projects in assigned area or region
Performs other duties as assigned